
Cheap Homes for Rent in Des Moines County, IA from $700 (3 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Des Moines County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Des Moines County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,130 | $900 | $1,300 |
Des Moines County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $975 | $925 | $1,050 |
Des Moines County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Des Moines County, IA
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Des Moines County area is the $0.89 price per square foot Churchill Lofts - 316 Model at Churchill Lofts in the in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,498. The second greatest value Des Moines County apartment is the 204 Arch St Model at 204 Arch St, Unit #202 starting at $2,000 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Des Moines County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 316 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
204 Arch St, Unit #202 | 204 Arch St | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
Mediapolis Village | Unit 41 | 4BR,2BA | $0.96 |
Nexus TownHomes | 510 Layne Drive | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Westland Manor | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 312 | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
830 Columbia St, Unit 830 | 830 Columbia St | 3BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Newbury Village Burlington Cooperative | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
1208 Koestner St, Unit 6 | 1208 Koestner St | Studio ,1BA | $1.12 |
716 Aetna St, Unit 716 | 716 Aetna St | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Des Moines County
What type of rentals are currently available in Des Moines County?
There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Des Moines County, IA with pricing that ranges from $565 to $2,000. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Des Moines County ranging from $750 to $1,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Des Moines County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Des Moines County ranges from $750 to $1,300 with an average monthly rent of $976.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.